1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | DeVille | LM |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |